Obituaries

Christine Ruth Birdwell

Christine Ruth Birdwell

May 3, 2025

Christine Ruth Birdwell passed away the morning of May 3, 2025, in Hospice care at Westminster-Thurber/Ohio Living. She was born on Christmas Eve, 1931 in Hammond, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, Karl Christian Kornman and Mildred Rarick Kornman, and by her former husband, Rawson Paige Birdwell Jr. Christine is survived by her daughter Leslie Birdwell Shortlidge...

Elizabeth Flowers

Elizabeth Flowers

May 2, 2025

Elizabeth I Flowers, 88 passed away after a long illness.

She is preceded in death by her husband Joe, son Samuel and daughter Constance. 

Elizabeth is survived by her daughters Kathy and Sherina, 9 Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren. 

We love her. 

She will be greatly missed.

Fred M Weimer Sr

Fred M Weimer Sr

May 2, 2025

On Thursday, May 2, 2025, Frederick Martin Weimer, Sr., loving husband, father, brother, son, grandfather (who went by Pa), and friend, passed away surrounded by loved ones at the age of 87.

Frederick was born on May 21, 1937 in Columbus, Ohio to Charles and Thelma (Gorslene) Weimer. On March 6, 1960 he married Jean Ann Phinney. They raised two sons,...

Guido A. Monacelli

Guido A. Monacelli

Apr 30, 2025

Guido A. Monacelli, 93, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.

A devoted husband to the late Anita J. Monacelli, Guido was a loving father to Michele (David) Palo, Glenn (Lisa) Monacelli, Karen (Paul) Muccigrosso, and Edward (Melanie) Monacelli. He was a proud Navy veteran and a man of deep faith, known for his...

Mary C. George-Lopez

Mary C. George-Lopez

Apr 30, 2025

Mary C. George-Lopez, a beacon of light in the lives of all who knew her, passed away on April 30, 2025, in Newark, Ohio, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 7, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, Mary was known for her radiant smile and an uplifting spirit that touched the hearts of many throughout her life.

A dedicated special...

Arlene Fest

Arlene Fest

Apr 30, 2025

Arlene Fest, 87, of Pataskala, OH, passed away peacefully on April 30th, 2025 at Tuscany Gardens Nursing Home.

Born on January 25th, 1938, Arlene was the beloved daughter of Wallace and Esther Brocker. She was known throughout her life for her love of family, her husband, and her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She worked as a registered nurse for many years.

Her...

Robert James Bailey

Robert James Bailey

Apr 29, 2025

Born and raised in this Clintonville neighborhood, it's only fitting I bring Bob back to rest. Survived by his wife Susan and brother Doug, he leaves behind a large close-knit family and friends, but he gets to join his beloved parents and grandparents.

Bob had his fingers in many pies, enjoyed life, had fun living. He spent many years working for...

Janet Joann Wolfe

Janet Joann Wolfe

Apr 29, 2025

Janet Wolfe, 90, of Pickerington, OH, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, at StoryPoint Senior Living.

Born on June 24, 1934, in Iowa City, Iowa, Janet was the beloved daughter of Leo and Henrietta Trimble. She was known throughout her life for her deep love of family, her gentle spirit, and her incredible talent in the kitchen—especially her baking, which...

John Sparks

John Sparks

Apr 29, 2025

John Edward Sparks age 53, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at The James Cancer Hospital after a short but courageous battle with colorectal cancer. John loved life and lived it to the fullest. John lived most of his life in Columbus, OH. He attended Holy Name and was a 1989 graduate of Bishop Watterson High School. 

John had a knack...

John E McFarland

John E McFarland

Apr 28, 2025

John E. McFarland Sr., 66, of Columbus, Ohio passed away unexpectedly April 28, 2025 at his residence. Born May 11, 1958 to Mary (Clarence) McFarland. He is survived by his wife Karen of 43 years, sons John jr (Ylia), Daniel (Brittney), Daughters Holley (Bryan) Preston, Mary (Carl) Marsili, Carrie (Sean), Missy (his beloved dog) and Hope. Many grandkids and great...

Larry Bruce Chandler

Larry Bruce Chandler

Apr 26, 2025

Larry Bruce Chandler died April 26, 2025 of esophageal cancer. He was a retired CPA who loved to ride his bike, was a fair golfer and a great bowler. He is survived by his wife, children, 11 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren all of whom he loved deeply. In turn he was also loved and will be missed. At his...

Anna M Fox

Anna M Fox

Apr 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our mother, Anna M. Fox. She left us on April 25, 2025, at age 76, after a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. 

She was a proud mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many. A retired corrections nurse full of sass and spunk. She loved to garden,...

Joseph Andrew Williams

Joseph Andrew Williams

Apr 24, 2025

Joseph Andrew (Andy) Williams 68 of Obetz, OH passed away peaceably on April 24, 2025.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years Patricia Williams, daughters Andrea (Philip) Caracofe, and Dreama McCallister, six grandchildren, his mother, one sister, and 2 brothers, several in laws and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Vernon Williams, brother Rick Williams,...

Barbara Bolin

Barbara Bolin

Apr 22, 2025

Barbara (Tague) Bolin, 78, of Columbus, passed away on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025 at Grant. Barbara was born on November 26th, 1946 at Mount Carmel West Hospital in Columbus, Ohio to the late Anne (Schlaechter) and Clyde Tague.

She is preceded in death by late husband John Joseph Bolin and daughter Laura Stepp, sisters Mary Seymour, Alice Clarke, Theresa Young, and...

Christopher Allen Mayle

Christopher Allen Mayle

Apr 21, 2025

Christopher Allen Mayle, 38, passed away unexpectedly on April 21, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 28, 1986.

He is survived by his children: Ayden Brecht, Krysti Brecht (Sheena Brecht), and Rosella (Rosie) Mayle (Amy Smith), mother: Renee Caughey (Mayle), father: Christopher Mayberry, girlfriend and life partner: Erin Aguilar, brother: Aaron Poole, friends: Raymond Worthy...

Virginia Leigh (Evans) Dye

Virginia Leigh (Evans) Dye

Apr 19, 2025

Virginia Leigh Dye, 94, of Columbus, Ohio, peacefully passed away on April 19, 2025. She was born on June 12, 1930, in Frankfort, Kentucky, the youngest daughter of Dewy and Gladys Evans. She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved son Brad Dye, and her sisters, Mary A. Fowler and Reba Louise LaBathe.

Virginia was hardworking and, even in...

Jeffrey Campbell Linn

Jeffrey Campbell Linn

Apr 18, 2025

Jeffrey Campbell Linn, aged 72, of South Bloomfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Riverside Methodist Hospital on April 18, 2025, after a very rough battle with cancer. Born on December 8, 1952, Jeffrey grew up primarily in Circleville Ohio, graduating from Circleville High School in 1971. He was known for his love of music and animals. Throughout the early 1980s,...

Victoria Ann Gouge

Victoria Ann Gouge

Apr 17, 2025

Victoria (Vicki) Gouge

Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Buckeye for life. Vicki went to reunite with her son Billy Gouge, Nephews Tony Gouge and Mike Waller. Siblings Steve Parsell and Terri Parsell. Mother Elaine Parsell and mother in law Ruth Gouge.

Survived by her loving husband of 39 years Bill Gouge. Her son Stephen (Todd) Fry-Gouge. Grandchildren Annabelle Rae (Sugar) and...

Justin Marquis Vinson

Justin Marquis Vinson

Apr 16, 2025

Justin Marquis Vinson was born on July 24, 1984, in Columbus, Ohio, to Michael Trumale White and Margaret Vinson. From an early age, Justin shined with natural creativity, charisma, and a bold spirit. Affectionately known as Crusha, he was a gentle giant teddy bear who exhibited confidence and loved to laugh. He loved Anime and gaming.Educated in the Columbus City...

Wesley Walker Jr

Wesley Walker Jr

Apr 16, 2025

Wesley Walker Jr. born March 4, 1988 to April 16, 2025 passed away unexpectedly. He was preceded in death by his father Wesley Walker Sr. He leaves behind his mother Ellen Walker, brothers William Hawk, Alexander and Raymond Walker, sisters, Bianca Talley and Khadijah Ramsey, Grandmother Beverly Walker, nephews, Jyshonne, Micah, Amir and niece Ariana. As well as a hosts...